Title:  Medical Board Investigator

Overview

Conducts confidential investigations of allegations of unprofessional conduct on the part of health care professionals licensed by the Board of Medical Practice (Physicians, Podiatrists, Physician Assistants, and residents who hold limited training licenses) or certified by the Board (Anesthesiologist Assistants and Radiologist Assistants). Allegations in complaints may include patient abuse, unlicensed medical practice, improper or inadequate medical record keeping, substance abuse or drug diversion, unsafe or inadequate care, and many other forms of unprofessional conduct.

 

Investigators must interview witnesses, examine records and documents, collect evidence, participate in analysis of evidence with Board members and other staff, and testify in depositions and contested case hearings. In cases that lead to criminal charges, investigators will be required to collaborate with criminal law authorities, assist prosecuting attorneys in trial preparation and strategy, conduct warranted searches, draft affidavits, and testify in court. Other examples of work include supporting the licensing process by gathering information and performing perform background investigations on prospective licensees and conducting outreach activities to the licensed community by participating in training events/panels for licensees. Perform related duties as required.

Who May Apply

Environmental Factors

Work is performed remotely, in the field, or in a standard office setting. Incumbent must be able to work irregular hours in the field as needed. Some evening and weekend work and out-of-state travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to conduct interviews under difficult circumstances. They may interview hospital and office staff, who may be reluctant to offer information that could be damaging to the medical professionals who supervise and/or employ them, and may interview witnesses who are emotional or reluctant to share information about private, medical matters. Strong adversarial opinions and stress may be encountered during investigations. Incumbent may be required to do field work in locations that can present personal security threats. Examples of risks encountered in the past include approaching the home of a licensee known to possess weapons and suspected of mental instability; looking for homeless witnesses on the streets in areas frequented by drug abusers.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent AND five (5) years or more at or above a technical level in investigatory, law enforcement, paralegal, or criminal justice work.

OR

Associate's degree or higher OR two years or more of full-time college coursework in law enforcement, criminal justice, or paralegal studies AND three (3) years or more at or above a technical level in investigatory, law enforcement, paralegal, or criminal justice work.

Special Requirements

Current certification as a full-time law enforcement officer by the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council.

 

This position is Group "C" retirement with mandatory retirement at age 57.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.